Chapter 406: Chapter 343: Chengwu and Spirit Testing (Part 2)
"Yes! Hahaha..."
Amidst the heated discussions among the officials, cabinet, harem, and various factions about how and who to establish as the Crown Prince.
At this moment, Zheng Yi was not consulting with anyone.
He was quietly waiting for several days.
Today, a shadow rapidly infiltrated Baiyu City.
"This old servant greets Your Majesty!"
Looking closely, this person was none other than Chen Liancang.
"Elder Chen, how goes the investigation?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty!"
Chen Liancang respectfully said, "According to the Shadow Guard’s findings, over seventy percent of the cabinet members are willing to recommend the Eldest Prince as the Crown Prince!"
"Minister Zheng Xuanyue, Minister Li Changfeng, Minister Kong Xiangsi, and even Minister Wang Anshi are the same."
"Oh?"
Zheng Yi asked curiously, "What about Grand General Xu Mujun and Prince Zheng Zongbing?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, Grand General Xu Mujun has sealed off his mansion, allowing no one to enter, nor has he met anyone."
"As for Prince Zheng Zongbing, he publicly stated that everything should follow Your Majesty’s wishes."
"Oh?"
Zheng Yi frowned, "What about the remaining thirty percent?"
"They are several Cabinet Ministers, who have indirectly mentioned the Second Prince, but were blocked by several assistant ministers."
Chen Liancang took out a notebook and said, "This booklet records the names of those Cabinet Ministers, Your Majesty..."
Zheng Yi casually waved his hand and said, "Burn it, I don’t want to see it."
"Yes...!"
Zheng Yi ordered, "Summon all ten Princes to Baiyu City tomorrow."
"This old servant obeys!"
Early the next morning, Zheng Yi arrived at Baiyu City.
And the ten Princes, along with their concubine mothers, were all present.
The reason for summoning the ten Princes today was to investigate whether the remaining few Princes had Spirit Roots.
If they had Spirit Roots, there was a great chance they had already said goodbye to the position of Crown Prince.
After all, being a Crown Prince is not as free as being a cultivator.
Looking at the numerous sons and concubines below the stage, Zheng Yi nodded with satisfaction.
The Eldest Prince Zheng Chengji, only eight years old now.
In a white robe, with an elegant demeanor, he quietly stood at the forefront of the ten Princes.
His mother is the Empress, leading among the concubines, mother of the nation.
As for himself, he had been learning the classics of the ancient sages from numerous tutors since childhood, embodying a demeanor reminiscent of ancient sages.
The Second Prince Zheng Chengwu, a little over seven years old.
Although young, his stature is not tall, causing Zheng Yi to frown intensely.
This is supposed to be a seven-year-old?
His mother is Consort Xu Qingluan, and his maternal grandfather is Grand General Xu Mujun.
It seems he must have the bloodline of Xu Mujun and will be a capable military leader in the future.
The Third Prince Zheng Chengrui.
Refined and courteous, his mother is Consort Lan, likewise adept at eloquence and diplomacy.
The Fourth Prince Zheng Chengqian, a little over six years old.
His mother is Noble Consort Cui, and perhaps due to familial tendencies, he is somewhat pampered.
For example, his skin is unnaturally white, like a sick person.
However, a year ago, Cui Xiabing had already sent word.
She personally tested Zheng Chengqian’s Spirit Root, and the result was that he indeed had one!
Moreover, it is an Ice Attribute Anomalous Spirit Root!
This has drawn the attention of Zheng Yi and many concubines, especially Cui Xiabing, who personally laid the foundation for him, guiding him onto the path of cultivation!
Cui Xiabing’s son and daughter both possess Spirit Roots, which speaks volumes about her fortunate destiny.
As for the Fifth Prince Zheng Chengzhao, the Sixth Prince Zheng Chengyue, the Seventh Prince Zheng Chengping, the Eighth Prince Zheng Cheng’an, the Ninth Prince Zheng Chengnan, and the Tenth Prince Zheng Chengtai, they are just about five years old.
Today is to test the Spirit Roots of these six Princes!
Zheng Yi certainly hopes his sons possess Spirit Roots.
This would solidify his power and influence.
Therefore, when the remaining Princes were born, the chosen concubines were individuals possessing Spirit Roots.
He hopes they, like Zheng Chengqian, will awaken their Spirit Roots to the credit of Zheng Yi and the concubines!
Zheng Yi sat on the throne, with Empress Lu Lin’er beside him.
"Your concubines greet Your Majesty! Greetings to the Empress!"
"Your sons greet Father! Greetings to the Empress!"
More than ten concubines and ten Princes performed their salutes.
"Rise, and take your seats."
"Thank you, Your Majesty/Father!"
After everyone was seated, Zheng Yi said calmly, "The reason for calling you here today is to determine whether the remaining Princes possess Spirit Roots."
"If you possess Spirit Roots, your Father shall reward you."
"Yes, Father!"
The remaining six Princes gazed intently, while the Eldest, Second, and Third Princes exchanged a glance, subconsciously looking at their six younger brothers.
Only the Fourth Prince Zheng Chengqian leaned back slightly on his chair, seemingly indifferent to the happenings around him.
After all, he already possesses a Spirit Root.
Moreover, it was the rare Ice Attribute Anomalous Spirit Root, naturally giving some arrogance.
"Chengzhao, Chengyue, Chengping, Cheng’an, Chengnan, Chengtai."
"Father!"
The remaining six princes quickly stood up and lined up respectfully.
Zheng Yi looked at these six children and couldn’t help but nod slightly.
These six, although their appearances varied slightly, and their temperaments were even more different,
but they were undoubtedly his children, their appearances bore seven to eight parts resemblance to him, and they were his bloodline.
He immediately spoke: "Ladies of the harem, you have my gratitude."
"To relieve Your Majesty’s worries!"
Soon after.
The Fifth Prince, Zheng Chengzhao’s birth mother was Consort Yu, Zhuang Yuheng.
The Sixth Prince, Zheng Chengyue’s birth mother was Consort Chan, Yue Chan.
The Seventh Prince, Zheng Chengping’s birth mother was Consort Jie, Dongyun Jie.
The Eighth Prince, Zheng Cheng’an’s birth mother was Consort Yuu, Dongyun Yu.
The Ninth Prince, Zheng Chengnan’s birth mother was Consort Yinn, Princess Lingyin.
The Tenth Prince, Zheng Chengtai’s birth mother was Consort Qing, Yang Liuqing.
They all came before their sons, their eyes full of anticipation.
These six were all cultivators, and their cultivation was not weak.
The strongest were Zhuang Yuheng and Yue Chan, both already Ninth-layer Qi Cultivation cultivators.
Even Dongyun Jie and Dongyun Yu were late-stage Qi Cultivation cultivators.
Yang Liuqing was in the middle-stage Qi Cultivation.
Only Princess Lingyin was still in the early-stage Qi Cultivation.
The six of them all began using their hands to form seals to perform the Spirit Testing Technique.
Soon, very noticeable spiritual qi fluctuations surged from them and fell on the six princes.
In an instant, different faint glows appeared immediately.
"This..."
Zheng Yi also widened his eyes, unable to believe what he saw.
The six princes... all had faint glows on them!
Which meant... all six princes had spirit roots!
Hiss...!
At this, even the other concubines stood up in surprise.
Having spirit roots wasn’t big news, but having six children with spirit roots all at once was a tremendous shock!
Even Zheng Chengqian, who had been lost in thought, suddenly sat up straight, looking in shock at his six younger brothers.
Unexpectedly... all six younger brothers had spirit roots!
Doesn’t that mean his status as a cultivator wasn’t so rare anymore?
However, his heart was also filled with joy at this moment.
After all, they were all his brothers.
The path of immortal cultivation in the future would undoubtedly benefit from this.
"Hahaha..."
Zheng Yi suddenly laughed heartily: "As expected of my children, you six shall all be rewarded!"
"Thank you, Father!"
"Ladies of the harem, quickly find out what attributes the princes have!"
"Yes~!"
The six concubines responded in unison, as their sons had spirit roots, they were naturally even more delighted.
A dozen breaths later, he quickly received the answers.
Zhuang Yuheng first respectfully reported: "Your Majesty, Chengzhao possesses Fire, Metal, and Earth three attributes, a middle-grade spirit root."
"Very good, very good."
Zheng Yi nodded and said: "Fire, metal, and earth have no mutually clashing attributes, not much different from top-grade attributes."
Yue Chan also said smilingly: "To report to Your Majesty, Chengyue also has Wood, Earth, and Water three attributes, a middle-grade spirit root!"
"Also very good, and it’s consistent with your attributes, you shall teach him personally."
"Yes, Your Majesty~!"
Next, Dongyun Jie and Dongyun Yu appeared even more excited, with Dongyun Jie saying: "Your Majesty, Chengping and Cheng’an have both inherited my sister and my attributes."
"Both have Wind Attribute Anomalous Spirit Roots and also a portion of Fire Attribute!"
"Wind Attribute Anomalous Spirit Root?!"
Zheng Yi’s eyes suddenly lit up: "Hahaha, very good, very good, with Chengqian, our Great Yu Immortal Dynasty now has two kinds of Anomalous Spirit Roots."
"Ladies of the harem, teach them well, please."
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Next was Princess Lingyin; her face looked a bit gloomy, but she still bravely said:
"Your Majesty, Chengnan’s attributes are Gold, Fire, Earth, and Wood, a low-grade spirit root."
"Low grade?"
Zheng Yi nodded: "Still good, teach him patiently, and he might have a chance at Foundation Establishment."
"Yes... Your Majesty!"
Finally, all gazes fell on the last person.
Yang Liuqing had been a concubine for several years, but feeling the dozen or so eyes on her, she couldn’t help but feel a bit nervous.
However, she still cautiously said: "To report, Your Majesty, Chengtai’s spirit root attributes seem to be Water and Wood dual attributes."
"Top-grade spirit root."
